1988 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1979 Honda Accord
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (295 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 542 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Corvette | 1979 Honda Accord | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Corvette | Accord |
Year Released | 1988 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2390 mm |